Amazon has restocked one of the Criterion Collection's most popular box sets. Godzilla: The Showa Era Films, 1954–1975 in stock for $112.48 (was $225). This is a great point on Amazon's part because Criterion Collection Half Price Sale ends this weekend (December 7). At the time of writing, Amazon estimates that orders placed today will be delivered before Christmas. This great collection of 15 classic Godzilla films regularly sells out during this holiday season. 50% Off Amazon Salesbut luckily Amazon has restocked it this time.
Amazon also has 4K Blu-ray versions. Godzilla vs Biollante And original 1954 Godzilla film with a discount of at least 50%. We said at least because the Godzilla vs. Biollante 4K Blu-ray is on sale for just $20 (was $50).
Godzilla: The Criterion Collection: Suggestions
$112.48 (was $225)
This compelling collection includes a total of 15 Godzilla films, all of which featured Big Green during a strange, creative, and action-packed time period. These films are new HD transfers and include English and Japanese tracks, archival interviews and additional bonus material. It also comes with a deluxe hardback book and colorful illustrations on deluxe packaging, making the whole package a very nice touch. Here's the full list of Godzilla movies:
- Godzilla (1954)
- Godzilla Raids Again (1955)
- King Kong vs. Godzilla (1963)
- Mothra vs. Godzilla (1964)
- Ghidorah, the Three-Headed Monster (1964)
- Invasion of the Astro-Monster (1965)
- Ebirah, Terror of the Deep (1966)
- Son of Godzilla (1967)
- Destroy All Monsters (1968)
- All Monsters Attack (1969)
- Godzilla vs. Hedorah (1971)
- Godzilla vs. Gigan (1972)
- Godzilla vs. Megalon (1973)
- Godzilla vs. Mecha-Godzilla (1974)
- Terror of Mecha-Godzilla (1975)
Here's a comprehensive list of the features of this eight-disc set.
- New HD shows
- English dub
- New English subtitles
- Japanese version of King Kong vs. Godzilla
- New and archived interviews
- Showa-era special effects shorts
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Godzilla vs. Biollante joined the Criterion Collection in March on Blu-ray and 4K Blu-ray. It has been restored to its original aspect ratio at its original 4K (2160p) resolution using DTS-HD Master. 5.1 surround sound soundtrack. This edition also includes a new English translation of the subtitles – Japanese audio.
The 1989 film is a master class in monster movies, with compelling foes such as archenemy Biollante, who was created in a laboratory by combining Godzilla and human cells with plants. It is dynamic and has impressive special effects for its time. Godzilla vs. Biollante is a lot of fun, but it also makes a poignant commentary on humanity's relationship with technology and science. If you haven't seen it yet, just know that there are good reasons why Godzilla vs. Biollante is only Criterion's second standalone Godzilla release.
In addition to its excellent blend of science fiction, horror, and action, Godzilla vs. Biollante established a format that would be used for the rest of the Heisei era. You don't need to have seen any of the films before this, but it is a sequel to the 1994 film. Return of Godzilla.
As mentioned, the 4K Blu-ray edition is on sale for 60% off, so you can get it for the same price as the standard Blu-ray. The 4K version also comes with a standard Blu-ray disc. Here is a list of features and bonuses:
- 4K Blu-ray Disc – Movies Only
- Blu-ray Disc 1080p – Movies and Special Features
- DTS-HD 5.0 ​​MA
- New translation of English subtitles
- New audio commentary with film historian Samm Deighan
- Making of a 1993 short film.
- Short documentary (1993): Biollante and Super X2 cars.
- Creation of the 1993 program with the participation of director Kazuki.
- Special effects removed
- Trailers and advertising
- Booklet: Essay by science fiction and horror film expert Jim Cirronella.
- Case
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If you buy the Showa-Era Collection, you'll already own the original 1954 film, but the 4K (2160p) version is a must-see for big fans of the franchise. It doesn't have surround sound, but uses original uncompressed mono audio.
The 4K Godzilla edition includes a fold-out case with a pop-up image of Godzilla. The 4K version costs five dollars more than the standard Blu-ray version, but it also includes the standard Blu-ray disc with the film and special features. One of the most interesting bonus features is an updated edition of the 1956 film Godzilla, King of the Monsters, directed by Terry O. Morse. It's essentially Hollywood's take on Godzilla.
- 4K Blu-ray Disc – Movies Only
- Blu-ray Disc 1080p – Movies and Special Features
- Uncompressed mono audio
- HD remaster of Godzilla, King of the Monsters (1956)
- Audio commentary by historian David Kalat on Godzilla and Godzilla, King of the Monsters
- Interview with actors Akira Takarada and Haruo Nakajima
- Interview with special effects specialists Yoshio Irie and Eizo Kaimai
- Interview with composer Akira Ifukube
- Interview with film critic Tadao Sato
- A short film about the photographic effects in the film
- The Unluckiest Dragon: An Illustrated Audio Essay
- Trailers
- PLUS: essay by critic J. Hoberman.
Godzilla on 4K Blu-ray and Blu-ray
Fans should also check out the recently released Shin Godzilla Limited Edition Steelbook for $35 on Amazon. It is listed as temporarily out of stock, but you can still order a copy. If you don't want to wait, Standard Edition 4K Blu-ray available for $30. Shin Godzilla is released on 4K Blu-ray and Blu-ray on October 28th. Chronologically, this is the first film of the Godzilla Raiwa era.
Godzilla Minus One, one of the best films in the franchise and the newest film of the Reiwa era, is available for just $14.53 on Blu-ray And $20 for 4K Blu-ray. Fans can get hooked too Features of Godzilla Double from the Heisei and Millennium eras on Blu-ray for cheap. Godzilla vs Biollantefor the record, this is the second film of the Heisei era after Return of Godzilla. Hollywood's latest blockbuster MonsterVerse Series received a new 4K Blu-ray box set earlier this year. Normally $70, you can pick it up Godzilla x Kong MonsterVerse: 5 Movie Collection for just $55 on Amazon.
Reiwa Era: Shin Godzilla and Godzilla Minus One Suggestions
Blu-ray offerings in Heisei and the Millennium era
Godzilla/Kong MonsterVerse Series Suggestions
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Godzilla DVD Discounts
You can get inexpensive Godzilla movie box sets and the animated series on DVD. Earlier this year, Warner Bros. released Box set of 10 films “Godzilla and King Kong” including all MonsterVerse films plus modern and classic King Kong films for just $36. It's temporarily out of stock, but Amazon is allowing customers to place orders again. Also, you can get Amazon Limited Time Offer on MonsterVerse 5 Movie Collection this reduces the price of the DVD box set to $17.49 (from $25). It's still cool budget mega Godzilla set focused on Heisei and Millennium Era films for only $26 (was $39).
As for the franchise's comics, fans should check out IDW library permanent collection. The Godzilla comic book series is written and illustrated by the industry's top talent, and these massive paperback collections are sold at affordable prices. IDW published Volume 5 November 18.
